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Edward
Noe
Blakely
MIA (WWII) KIA
May 17, 1912

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Cemetery:

A.B.M.C. Manila

Edward Blakely graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1934.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Lieutenant Commander

    Division:

    U.S.S. Tuna (SS-203)

    Action Date:

    January 26 – March 21, 1942
    Commander 7th Fleet: Serial 02010 (July 26, 1944)

    The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Lieutenant Commander Edward Noe Blakely (NSN: 0-73372), United States Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving aboard the U.S.S. TUNA (SS-203), during the FIRST War Patrol of that Submarine in enemy controlled waters from 26 January to 21 March 1942. As an Officer of the Ship’s Company he repeatedly gave great aid to the Commanding Officer of the vessel in conducting a commendable patrol under adverse weather conditions and against strong air and surface anti-submarine craft. His calm inspiring demeanor to those serving under him, and his outstanding physical endurance and untiring effort during time of attack and counterattack were of incalculable help in maintaining the crew and vessel in a state of maximum efficiency. His actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

  • Navy Cross

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Commander

    Division:

    U.S.S. Shark (SS-314)

    Action Date:

    May 16 – June 17, 1944
    Commander In Chief Pacific Fleet: Serial 04780 (September 11, 1944)

    The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Commander Edward Noe Blakely (NSN: 0-73372), United States Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. SHARK (SS-314), on the FIRST War Patrol of that submarine, during the period 16 May 1944 to 17 June 1944, in enemy controlled waters west of the Mariana Islands, his first as Commanding Officer. With daring and aggressive determination in the face of unusually strong and alert enemy escorts, which included both air and surface craft, Commander Blakely skillfully executed three well-planned and brilliantly executed torpedo attacks which resulted in the sinking of our enemy ships for a total of 32,200 tons and damaging of one 5,600 ton freighter. Skillful evasive action enabled him to escape enemy counter-measures and avoid damage to his ship. Through his experience and sound judgment Commander Blakely brought his ship safely back to port. His conduct throughout was an inspiration to his officers and men and in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.